Behind the Bastards - A podcast that dives in past the Cliffs Notes of the worst humans in history and exposes the bizarre realities of their lives.
https://www.iheart.com/podcast/105-behind-the-bastards-29236323/
https://www.iheart.com/podcast/105-behind-the-bastards-29236323/
29 Comments
theostermanweekend@lemmy.ml · 15 pts · 2y
Great 'cast. Evans is a funny guy and does some good research. Cool guests a bonus.
earlgrey0@sh.itjust.works · 15 pts · 2y
I love the sheer glee in his voice when he gets to talk about libertarians. I highly recommend his podcasts on Crypto, the Libertarian Sea Nations, and the Titan Sub. He also really understands deep internet lore and does a really good job explaining it in a way for people not as familiar with the topics. Case and point, I found the episode with the founder of 8-chan to be extremely informative and a great nuanced discussion on the value of free speech and the limits. Anything with Billy Wade Davies is a treat too.
nukeworker10@lemmy.world · 5 pts · 2y
I highly recommend the Behind the Police episodes about the history of policing in America. Also the Battle of Blair Mountain, which might be part of that series.
ThePyroPython@lemmy.world · 10 pts · 2y
It's a great podcast. I've re-listened to the Joseph Mengele one 3 times.
TWeaK@lemm.ee · 5 pts · 2y
Queuing that one up, thanks.
ThePyroPython@lemmy.world · 13 pts · 2y
Just a word of warning: if a co-worker, roommate, or family member asks why you are giggling to yourself, replying "Oh I'm just listening to a podcast about Joseph Mengele" lacks KEY CONTEXT about the podcast.
TWeaK@lemm.ee · 10 pts · 2y
One of my favourites. You can find many of their podcasts on their youtube channel ad free a little after its podcast release (at least, the video itself doesn't have ads, it's up to you to block YouTube's): https://www.youtube.com/@BehindTheBastards
deafboy@lemmy.world · 8 pts · 2y
I like their style. They show it's possible to talk about horrible things lightheartedly, without making the audience feel the hopelessnes in the face of human madnes and cruelty.
I also recomend the Last Podcast on The Left
at_an_angle@lemmy.one · 1 pts · 2y
I love what they are doing but had to stop listening to them because of hopelessness creeping in.
some_guy@lemmy.sdf.org · 7 pts · 2y
I think he overdoes the side bits, but I can ffw when that happens. I’ve learned a hell of a lot from this show. But sometimes, god, shut up and get back to the main content.
melisdrawing@lemmy.world · 5 pts · 2y
I enjoy Robert but have to agree a bit. I get so into the subjects but the digressions make me lose interest sometimes.
Nyssa@slrpnk.net · 3 pts · 2y
It's definitely more personality-driven, so if you're not into Robert or his humor style, it can impact your enjoyment. Like for me, his bits almost always land so I really like when he gets sidetracked.
Jaytreeman@kbin.social · 6 pts · 2y
I've been a long time listener, but increasingly dislike Robert. He has some great guests on. I've found some other podcasts thanks to him.
some_guy@lemmy.sdf.org · 3 pts · 2y
I mostly don't mind, but sometimes. Similar complaint about the guys at Last Podcast on the Left. Sometimes, just stop and get back on the road. But it's mostly fine.
CoriolisSTORM88@lemmy.world · 4 pts · 2y
I've been listening for a while. I'm listening chronologically, so I think I'm around April 2019 or so right now. With the demise of Google podcasts, is there a better choice for Android apps?
terribletortoise@lemmy.world · 5 pts · 2y
Podcast Addict is my preference.
threelonmusketeers@sh.itjust.works · 1 pts · 2y
Same. It has so many great customizable settings.
Ameripol@lemmy.world · 5 pts · 2y
I've been using Pocket Casts for about 5 years now, and I love it. Although, I've been thinking about switching to AntennaPod, because it's Open Source
CoriolisSTORM88@lemmy.world · 2 pts · 2y
I'll look at Pocket Casts, and Antennapod. I like the idea of it being open source. Thanks!
ikidd@lemmy.world · 4 pts · 2y
Antennapod
CoriolisSTORM88@lemmy.world · 2 pts · 2y
I'll look into it. Definitely dig the open source aspect mentioned below. Thanks!
cmbabul@lemmy.world · 4 pts · 2y
Love BtB and Cool Zone Media in general, especially that they post their references on their website.
Nyssa@slrpnk.net · 4 pts · 2y
My favorite series of theirs: Vince McMahon (May 15, 2023), the Moonies (Mar 8, 2022), and Bobby Fisher (Feb 14, 2023).
Skaryon@lemmy.world · 8 pts · 2y
I love the ones where he reads from Ben Shapiro books
iamnotdave@lemmy.world · 4 pts · 2y
Who would have thought that vince would be the longest running series
terribletortoise@lemmy.world · 3 pts · 2y
My recommendation for first listeners is John McAfee. Those episodes are so off the wall.
Nyssa@slrpnk.net · 1 pts · 2y
Or the Tiger king one!
LecternCistern@sopuli.xyz · 2 pts · 2y
The recent episodes on G. Gordon Liddy are pretty good too.
fosforus@sopuli.xyz · -3 pts · 2y
ProdigalFrog@slrpnk.net · 5 pts · 2y
That's a positive for me.